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Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the scheme aims to remove long-standing financial barriers that have prevented capable Sarawakians from pursuing higher education. www.theborneopost.com/2025/12/18/4...
#FreeTertiaryEducation #sarawak #theborneopost
4,693 Sarawakian undergrads to get free education covering 64 courses next year (Video) | Borneo Post Online
KUCHING (Dec 18): A total of 4,693 Sarawakian students will begin their undergraduate studies next year through the Free Tertiary Education Scheme (FTES). The state government has allocated RM250 mill...
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December 18, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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Datuk Peter Minos said escalating prices of goods and services have made daily life increasingly challenging for many households. For the report, click on the link: www.theborneopost.com/2025/12/18/r...
#costofliving #malaysia #theborneopost
Reshuffled Cabinet should focus on addressing rising cost of living, says Peter Minos | Borneo Post Online
KUCHING (Dec 18): The newly-revamped federal Cabinet should place strong emphasis on addressing issues that directly affect ordinary Malaysians, particularly the rising cost of living, said Datuk Pete...
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December 18, 2025 at 7:28 AM
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Datuk Seri Dr Joachim Gunsalam denied the decision was due to pressure or emotion, despite PBS facing intense calls to leave GRS, contest alone, or align with local parties. www.theborneopost.com/2025/12/18/d...
#GabunganRakyatSabah #PartiBersatuSabah #sabah #theborneopost
Dr Joachim: PBS chose to stick with GRS based on data for political stability, not emotions | Borneo Post Online
KOTA KINABALU (Dec 18): Parti Bersatu Sabah’s (PBS) decision to remain within Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) was based on data, political stability, and the long-term interests of Sabah, said Datuk Seri ...
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December 18, 2025 at 7:14 AM
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Datuk Seri Dr Joachim Gunsalam said the results showed shifting voter dynamics, with PBS failing to retain Tamparuli but making gains in constituencies not previously considered party strongholds such as Limbahau. www.theborneopost.com/2025/12/18/d...
#PartiBersatuSabah #sabah #theborneopost
Deeper analysis needed for PBS election results to enable future improvements, says Dr Joachim | Borneo Post Online
KOTA KINABALU (Dec 18): Parti Bersatu Sabah (PBS) needs to further analyse the results of the 17th Sabah State Election, where the party won seven out of the 15 seats contested, said Datuk Seri Dr Joa...
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December 18, 2025 at 5:36 AM
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Dato Sri Tiong King Sing said flooding in the town is no longer an isolated occurrence but a long-standing problem that has yet to be effectively addressed, resulting in repeated losses and hardship for the community. www.theborneopost.com/2025/12/18/l...
#bintulu #flooding #theborneopost
Lack of comprehensive flood mitigation solution exposes Bintulu to recurrent risks, warns Tiong | Borneo Post Online
BINTULU (Dec 18): The absence of a comprehensive flood mitigation solution continues to expose residents here to recurring risks of flooding, said Dato Sri Tiong King Sing. The Minister of Tourism, Ar...
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December 18, 2025 at 3:32 AM
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The heifers are expected to calve in April 2026, increasing local milk production to an estimated 5,000 litres per day. www.theborneopost.com/2025/12/18/m...
#sarawak #dairyfarming #theborneopost
Major milestone for Sarawak as new batch of pregnant Australian Jersey A2 heifers arrive | Borneo Post Online
KUCHING (Dec 18): The arrival of a new batch of pregnant Jersey A2 heifers from Australia on Tuesday marked a significant milestone in Sarawak’s drive to strengthen food security and boost local dairy...
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December 18, 2025 at 2:59 AM
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Kota Samarahan Municipal Council said it conducted an initial inspection after receiving a complaint on Dec 2 from residents and conducted an initial inspection on the same day. www.theborneopost.com/2025/12/18/m...
#KotaSamarahan #sinkingroad #theborneopost
MPKS: Repairs on sinking road in Kota Samarahan awaiting geotechnical report, disaster allocation | Borneo Post Online
KUCHING (Dec 18): Repair works on a sinking section of road off Jalan Datuk Mohd Musa have yet to commence as several factors need to be taken into consideration, said Kota Samarahan Municipal Council...
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December 18, 2025 at 2:28 AM
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Datuk Jafry Ariffin said Umno is confident of defending both seats during the by-elections. www.theborneopost.com/2025/12/18/j...
#lamag #kinabatangan #sabah #theborneopost
Jafry Ariffin: Kinabatangan long-standing BN stronghold, grassroots support growing in Lamag | Borneo Post Online
KOTA KINABALU (Dec 18): Umno is confident of defending the Kinabatangan parliamentary seat and Lamag state seat in the coming by-elections, said Datuk Jafry Ariffin. The Umno Sabah chief said the part...
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December 18, 2025 at 2:00 AM
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The court also ruled that there was no evidence to support the claim that the decisions made by the respondents to issue the licence were illegal, irrational, or disproportionate. www.theborneopost.com/2025/12/18/c...
#ulubaram #sarawak #theborneopost
Court bins judicial review bid challenging logging licence issued to private company in Ulu Baram | Borneo Post Online
MIRI (Dec 18): The High Court here on Tuesday dismissed a judicial review application filed by 11 Penans from Ulu Baram seeking to challenge the Sarawak government’s granting of a logging licence to a...
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December 18, 2025 at 1:38 AM
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Tan Lek Jin said repeated attempts by certain political actors in Peninsular Malaysia to stoke racial sentiments have undermined national unity and social stability. www.theborneopost.com/2025/12/18/e...
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End racial politics, recognise UEC, SUPP councillor tells PM | Borneo Post Online
MIRI (Dec 18): Sarawak United Peoples’ Party (SUPP) Piasau Branch publicity secretary and Miri City councillor, Tan Lek Jin, has urged Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim to put an end to the poli...
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December 18, 2025 at 1:29 AM
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Batu Danau assemblyman Datuk Paulus Palu Gumbang said many logging roads in Sarawak serve as vital routes for residents, improving connectivity between settlements and urban centres. www.theborneopost.com/2025/12/18/s...
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Sarawak takeover of logging roads will benefit rural communities, says Batu Danau rep | Borneo Post Online
LIMBANG (Dec 18): The Sarawak government’s plan to take over and convert active and inactive logging roads, including village roads within logging areas, into state roads has been lauded for its poten...
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December 18, 2025 at 12:51 AM
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The author said the book does not focus on recipes but on what people actually prepare for themselves. www.theborneopost.com/2025/12/18/h...
#sarawak #foodculture #theborneopost
Heidi Munan launches book exploring history of Sarawak’s food culture | Borneo Post Online
KUCHING (Dec 18): Local author Heidi Munan launched her latest book ‘Sarawak — The Story of Our Food’ on Wednesday, tracing the history and evolution of the state’s unique food culture. Speaking at th...
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December 18, 2025 at 12:30 AM
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Dato Sri Lee Kim Shin said the new centre underscores the state government and Miri community’s long-standing commitment to ensuring terminally ill patients receive compassionate, dignified, and holistic care. www.theborneopost.com/2025/12/18/p...
#palliativecare #miri #sarawak #theborneopost
PCAM opens tender for Miri’s first permanent palliative care centre | Borneo Post Online
MIRI (Dec 18): The Miri Palliative Care Association (PCAM) has taken a major step towards enhancing end-of-life care in the city with the announcement of an open tender for earthworks for a new pallia...
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December 18, 2025 at 12:14 AM
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Datuk Ewon Benedick said the state government has further stipulated that at least 80 per cent of the minimum local workforce must consist of Sabahans. www.theborneopost.com/2025/12/17/e...
#sabah #sabahans #theborneopost
Esteel Enterprise Sabah must have minimum 80 pct M'sian workforce, majority Sabahans | Borneo Post Online
KOTA KINABALU (Dec 17): At least 80 per cent of the workforce in Esteel Enterprise Sabah Sdn Bhd must comprise Malaysians, with Sabahans forming the bulk of that number, said Datuk Ewon Benedick. The ...
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December 17, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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Mordi Bimol has been appointed Deputy Youth and Sports Minister, while Chiew Choon Man is Deputy Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister. www.theborneopost.com/2025/12/17/a...
#CabinetReshuffle #gabunganpartisarawak #sarawak #theborneopost
Analyst: PM sending message to GPS with appointments of PH Sarawak deputy ministers | Borneo Post Online
KUCHING (Dec 17): Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s decision to appoint two Sarawakians from Pakatan Harapan (PH) Sarawak as deputy ministers has been described as a “message” to Gabungan Part...
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December 17, 2025 at 7:49 AM
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Datuk Mohd Arifin Mohd Arif said his ministry had been allocated RM257.44 million for 2026, reflecting the state’s commitment to improving the quality of life and well-being of the people. www.theborneopost.com/2025/12/17/m...
#sabahdun #sabah #theborneopost
Mohd Arifin: Sabah govt commits to empowering agencies, rolling out anti-bribery system | Borneo Post Online
KOTA KINABALU (Dec 17): The Sabah government remains committed to strengthening agencies and departments under the Ministry of Local Government and Housing (KKTP), including the implementation of the ...
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December 17, 2025 at 7:25 AM
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Datuk Ewon Benedick said the expansion of his ministry’s portfolio will see a stronger focus on rail infrastructure development under the 13th Malaysia Plan. www.theborneopost.com/2025/12/17/s...
#sabahrailwaydepartment #sabah #theborneopost
Sabah State Railway Department to implement 24 new projects in 2026 | Borneo Post Online
KOTA KINABALU (Dec 17): The Sabah State Railway Department (JKNS) will implement eight ongoing projects and 24 new projects beginning next year. This follows its placement under the Ministry of Indust...
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December 17, 2025 at 7:09 AM
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Mordi Bimol said his focus will be on fully understanding the role and needs of the ministry, while supporting ongoing efforts in youth and sports development, particularly at grassroots level. www.theborneopost.com/2025/12/17/n...
#CabinetReshuffle #malaysia #theborneopost
New deputy minister Mordi accepts appointment with sense of responsibility, pledges to continue serving Mas Gading | Borneo Post Online
KUCHING (Dec 17): Mas Gading MP Mordi Bimol has accepted his appointment as Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports with a strong sense of responsibility. In a statement, he pledged to carry out the trust...
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December 17, 2025 at 6:03 AM
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They included Sarawakians Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports Mordi Bimol and Deputy Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture Chiew Choon Man. www.theborneopost.com/2025/12/17/s...
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Seven ministers, eight deputy ministers sworn in | Borneo Post Online
KUALA LUMPUR (Dec 17): Seven ministers, including two new appointees, and eight new deputy ministers took their oath of office, allegiance and secrecy today before His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of ...
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December 17, 2025 at 4:27 AM
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Dato Sri Fatimah Abdullah said Kanowit, Lawas, Telang Usan, and Betong were categorised as ‘Very Happy’. www.theborneopost.com/2025/12/17/s...
#HappinessIndex #sarawak #theborneopost
Sarawakians placed in ‘Happy’ category despite poor incomes, four districts found to be ‘Very Happy’ | Borneo Post Online
KUCHING (Dec 17): Sarawak recorded ‘Happy’ status despite having the lowest score for income, according to the Malaysian Happiness Index (MHI) 2024. Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Developmen...
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December 17, 2025 at 4:05 AM
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Dato Sri Fatimah Abdullah said the establishment of this committee reflects the Sarawak government’s strong commitment to protecting children and adolescents. www.theborneopost.com/2025/12/17/n...
#antibullying #sarawak #theborneopost
New multi-agency management committee to address bullying in Sarawak | Borneo Post Online
KUCHING (Dec 17): The Sarawak Social Development Council (MPS) will establish the Sarawak Bullying Management Committee (SBMC) to strengthen prevention, intervention, and monitoring efforts through a ...
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December 17, 2025 at 3:32 AM
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Saratok police chief DSP Mathew Manggie said monitoring revealed an estimated 178 crocodiles in the designated observation area. www.theborneopost.com/2025/12/17/m...
#crocodilecontrol #sarawak #Saratok #theborneopost
Multi-agency population control operation captures 15-foot male croc in Saratok | Borneo Post Online
SARATOK (Dec 17): A multi-agency operation to control the crocodile population along Batang Krian has captured a 15-foot (4.572-metre) male crocodile in Kampung Kupang. Saratok police chief DSP Mathew...
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December 17, 2025 at 3:01 AM
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Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan said a resettlement project had also been approved for implementation to save the village from being further affected by the erosion of Sungai Lawas. www.theborneopost.com/2025/12/17/r...
#lawas #sarawak #theborneopost
RM50 mln slated for erosion-prevention project in Lawas | Borneo Post Online
LAWAS (Dec 17): The Sarawak government has approved RM50 million for the construction of a barrier to prevent riverbank erosion at Kampung Mission here, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali...
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December 17, 2025 at 2:29 AM
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Dato Sri Fatimah Abdullah said priority must be given to securing a permanent place of residence for the family. www.theborneopost.com/2025/12/17/i...
#squatters #sarawak #theborneopost
Interagency action ordered to resolve case of Petra Jaya family living in squalor following eviction | Borneo Post Online
KUCHING (Dec 17): An inter-agency investigation and coordinated action has been ordered to resolve the case of a family living in squalor in Kampung Sungai Maong, following their eviction from Kampung...
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December 17, 2025 at 2:22 AM
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Ong Chee Keng ended Malaysia’s 32-year gold medal drought in the men’s trap individual event after clinching the gold medal at the 2025 South East Asian final at Photharam Shooting Range in Ratchaburi. www.theborneopost.com/2025/12/17/s...
#SEAGames2025 #sarawakian #theborneopost
SEA Games: Sarawakian Ong Chee Keng shoots down elusive gold for Malaysia | Borneo Post Online
BANGKOK (Dec 17): Trap shooter Ong Chee Keng ended Malaysia’s 32-year gold medal drought in the men’s trap individual event after clinching the gold medal at the 2025 South East Asian final at Phothar...
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December 17, 2025 at 1:39 AM